Comic BookDiner - Comics Creation, Business, and Formatting for a New Generation
By Comic Book Diner
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Podcast Description
John Gallagher, Rich Faber & Jamar Nicholas are all cartoonists, friends, and lovers of milkshakes, hence the name of this Podcast– stay tuned as we share our exploits, advice, and diner recipes with you from week-to-week! We will cover the business, new trends, and old style history and tales of comics creation.
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ComicBoo Diner-Episode 45 | Dr. Katie Monnin & Brangelina - Rich and John interview "Dr. Katie," professor of literacy, and author of four books on using comics and GN's in the classroom. | 2/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode44 | Rachel. It's the Turkey Reuben of shows, as John, Jamar and Rich discuss SOPA and censorship, taking advice (or not), and whether the next big comics hero is "Bear Eater." | 1/26/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode43 | Thom Zahler (Love & Capes) joins rich, John and Jamar in the second of our productivity episodes: Square credit card reader,shoeboxes receipt system, and the elusive Mattel Star Wars set are all a part of the latest episode-- as well as Philly cheesesteaks! | 1/14/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode42 | Productivity-- Jamar, John and Rich discuss getting organized, ways to speed up comics work, and focus on getting creative-- How much DOES dental work cost? | 1/5/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode41 | A special Holiday Episode, and part 2 of the Scott Wegener (Atomic Robo) Interview! Plus, Buzzboy returns to webcomics--Live from the Shia LaBooth! | 12/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBook Diner-Episode40 | Scott Wegener from Atomic Robo sits down with Jamar, Rich and John to discuss the origins of everyone's favorite Thomas Edison-fightin' robot, the hard work of a full time comics artist, and Scott's own white whale... Dr. Dinosaur! Free Range Beef Rules! Part 1 of 2 | 12/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode39 | It's the"All Brothers" Episode of CBD, as John interviews Bobby and Peter Timony (Night Owls), Chris and Mark Mariano (Happyloo), and...Jamar(?)! Help out a brother and listen! Plus, deep insights from Rich! | 12/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode38 | They're baaaaaack! NYC Comic-Con Report: Jamar, Rich & John return from a too-long hiatus and discuss their successful kickstarter campaign, publishing 2 new books, and the Baltimore and NYC Comic-Cons. This is part one of a 2-part report... | 10/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode37 | San Diego Comic-Con Pre-show! Jamar and Rich listen to some big news from John, SDCC predictions are made, and Jamar loves Pepe Le Pew! | 10/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode36 | Dave Devries joins John & Rich, while Jamar works away on a deadline. Dave talks about his great hypnosis art experiment, interpreting kids' art, and his new comic at MTV Geek, "Blue Shift". Also, Kickstarter news, Katie G. talks about a girl and her dog, and more! | 7/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode 35 | Reboot! Is it a new start to the CBD UNiverse, or are Jamar, John and Rich (with guest Thom Zahler) just kidding. DC's relaunch, and digital decisions-- how will it affect you? Find out in this very funny and informative Comic Book Diner... | 6/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode34 | Audience- Jamar, Rich and John discuss whether a creator owes their audience anything, as well as the Glyph Awards, why webcomics can be cool and a curse, Red Speedos, Obi-Wan is a jerk-- and oh, yeah, that Kickstarter thing! | 6/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode33 | Kickstart'd: John, Rich and Jamar discuss fundraising at Kickstarter.Com, their new CBD Graphic Novel Collection, and the difference between pre-orders and "eBegging!" Empanadas and internet business plans at the Comic Book Diner! Plus, we need your help! | 5/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode32 | John Rich and Jamar drive back from the Kids Comic-Con, and have a couple of interviews, plus observations from Alex Simmons' cool Bronx event! Learn a pro's take on comics when Rich talks to Joe Staton (E-Man, Dick Tracy), John talks to an educator, and Jamar prays that John doesn't wreck the car! ALSO, A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM JOHN ON THE CBD KICKSTARTER PROJECT! | 5/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode31 | Episode 31: Scott Sava visits the diner to talk about his new iPad app for kids comics, Dreamland Chronicles, webcomics, Hollywood, animation and why John is s bad at geography! Comic apps for kids is just the beginning of this thoughtful discussion on the future of both digital and print distribution in comics-- Biscuits & Gravy! | 4/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode30 | Episode 30: Road Trip! Jamar and Rich are wary passengers in John's car, as the head to the Kids Comic-Con in the Bronx! Swiping aftermath, the future of comics shops, and feral chickens are on the menu at the Comic Book Diner! | 4/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode29 | Swiping! Jamar, Rich, and John discuss the recent dustup over comics art swiping, and bring up some questions about art ghosting, swiping, copying and the ever-fuzzy homage! Tales of MegaCon are retold, and John discusses his brush with being branded a swiper-- I'm innocent, I tell ya! A somewhat serious episode of CBD, with a few Patrick Stewart jokes thrown in by Jamar! | 3/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode28 | Captain Bluehen! Comics retailer Joe Murray joins Jamar Rich and John, to give his retailer-centric insights into comics, graphic novels, and Diamond Digital! Plus, a new feature of the CBD-- The Rich Faber Eating challenge! | 3/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner_Episode27 | Winning! Rich, Jamar, & John take a break from their lucid, focused broadcasts to cleanse the mental palette with a collection of tiger blood-fueled random thoughts about comics, the Great Gildersleeve, and more! | 3/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner_Episode26 | While Jamar is on assignment, Rich & John welcome Thom Zahler, creator of Love & Capes as he discusses his new miniseries from IDW. Thom is the comics creator that comic creators love, approaching writing and illustration in a fresh way. Con etiquette is discussed, as well as moving from self publishing to a bigger company, digital comics, Charlie Sheen, and more. Plus, Thom and John go down obscure TV trivia lane--It's Zahler-iffic! KAAAAHN!!! | 3/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner_Episode25 | 25th Episode! Jamar, Rich & John look back on 25 years-- er, episodes, and have a special shotgun news feed, covering the latest in digital comics news! Plus, the winner of the CBD art contest is announced! | 2/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode24 | The Big Idea! What should you do if you have the next great comic story-- take it to the big guys, or go it alone? Jamar, Rich and John discuss the advantages (and downfalls) of working with the "Establishment," and why it may be time to leave Batman behind... | 2/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode23 | Toon Memoirs: Raina Telgemeir ("Smile") visits CBD to talk about her autobiographical graphic novel, Jamar discusses working with Geoffrey Canada on Fist, Stick, Knife Gun-- and Rich reveals his future memoir project to the world. | 1/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode22 | Art of the Start! John talks with Jamar and Rich about (Apple Guru) Guy Kawasaki's new book on IT startups, and how it relates to comics, from branding to buying a booth! Plus more info on the new CBD contest! | 1/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode21 | Social Networking - Comics Bane or Boom? Jamar shares his long history of social networking, John talks about offering extras, and Rich can't figure outr why he's on Twitter! Plus, a special contest is announced, with hundreds of dollars in prizes--woo hoo! | 1/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode20 | It's a Scrooge-y Holiday Episode, as John talks GN gifts, and Rich fills in Jamar on the Miami Book Fair-- then enjoy a 20-minute tangent on old 70's cartoons-- Jinkies! | 12/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode19 | Bitter Torrent- Jamar, Rich and John are back, and talking about comic pirating on the web-- is it bad, or is there a silver lining? Plus, gravy fries, plans for the future, and beyond... | 12/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode18 | Getting Paid in Comics: How? Rich, Jamar & John discuss mainstream comics payment vs. indy, corporate comics and more? Listen to this one, or you'll end up getting paid in hot sauce like Jamar! | 11/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode17 | What are you worth? John has audio troubles, but Jamar and Rich keep the diner open, discussing freelancer pricing, and more importantly, creators' VALUES in comics. | 11/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode 16 | New York (Comic-Con) State of Mind. Rich, Jamar ad John discuss the latest NYC-Con, talk about an upcoming contest, discuss the best comic paper, and more! | 11/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-Episode 15 | Scott Kurtz: Aftermath! Jamar, Rich & John discuss the PVP creator's insights on the future of comics from last episode, John is apparently 80 years old! Corned beef hash annd tempura shrimp are the specials of the house!Part 2 of 2 | 10/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode14 | Scott Kurtz! PVP's creator visits the diner and discusses his webcomics bootcamp at the New York Comic-Con. Also, the future of comics and the web, advice for aspiring web cartoonists and silver dollar pancakes! Part 1 of 2! John Gallagher, Jamar Nicholas, and Rich Faber | 10/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode13 | Listener Mailbag! Jamar, Rich & John answer listener questions and comments, offer insights into a new way to get started in comics (web comics vs. print), talk about the upcoming New York Comic-Con, and offer up a radio BLAST FROM THE PAST! This is the funniest episode yet, and we actually remember to talk a little bit about comics! And are you ready for HOBO-COP? | 9/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode12 | Web Comics Report! John interviews Brad Guigar of Evil-Inc.com webstrip, Jamar discusses his new book launch, and Rich ponders the power of the webcomics model. Also, sheldoncomics.com, Intervention Web Comics Con, and more! | 9/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode10 | Stick-To-It-iveness? Rich, John and Jamar talk about their trip to the Baltimore Comic-Con, and discuss the importance failure, and of sticking with it in comics, as every overnight success can take a long time! Also, Rich likes crab bisque, and John just can't accept it. Also, Jamar Rocks! Tenth Episode Madness ensues!! | 9/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode09 | Indy Comics need Editors! Jamar, Rich, and John discuss the importance of having an editor, or even an extra pair of eyes to review your comics work. Also, the Baltimore Comic-Con, shipping costs, deadline talk, Don Knotts, and s'mores for everyone! | 9/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode08 | PREPPING YOUR BOOK FOR PRINT: Jamar interviews John & Rich about their upcoming Roboy Red GN, and what it takes to get it to print-- programs, tech specs-- this one is the HOW-TO episode! Comics, quiche (yuck!) and more! | 8/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode07 | Hollywood and Comics? Good or Bad? John poses some questions about Tinseltown's obsession with 4 Color Fun, and Jamar and Rich ponder its effects on the ART of Comics. Plus-- should YOU be doing everything on your own? | 8/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode06 | Having a Plan - Jamar, Rich, and John disciss the many steps in preparing for publishing, in print, or on the web. Jamar & Rich talk about their own backwards experiences, while Rich makes chocolate mousse, and shares an eerie fan letter story from his days at DC. | 8/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode05 | San Diego Report PART 2: Rich and Jamar ask John about San Diego Comic-Con, and try and wonder if there is a correct way to mix Hollywood and comics at the show. All this and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups at the Comic Book Diner! | 7/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode04 | San Diego Report PART 1: John is live at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con, and interviews the up and comers of comics like Thom Zahler, Red 5 Comics, and Ray Friesen. Eight dollar cold convention cheeseburgers are the special at this week's Comic Book Diner! | 7/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode03 | "What Do Cartoonists Do All Day?" Jamar Nicholas, Rich Faber & John Gallagher try to answer this question, discuss productivity and distractions, and try to figure out the mystery of the "Phantom Diner Sounds!" Specoial pre-San Diego announcement! | 7/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode01 | Jamar Nicholas, Rich Faber, and John Gallagher kick things off with a bang! Jamar talks about his upcoming graphic novel, "Fist, Stick, Knife, Gun," Rich and John discuss the best shows and places (like the web) for creators to promote themselves, and chi | 7/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ComicBookDiner-episode02 | John is getting ready for San Diego Comic-Con, Jamar & the gang compare big time book publishers to comics publishers, and Rich talks about a recent tragedy, and how he is using comics to tell his story. This episode is Jedi approved! | 7/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
J, R, & J: See you at the Diner!
I just listened to the first six yesterday and today. I'm loving it. It's serious good clean fun. I am not in the industry but I am enjoying the insiders view. I am a life long comics fan and this podcast is like Understanding Comics Industry without Scott McCloud art, it's even better with the trihosts, Jamar, Rich, and John. Keep up the good work fellas, both on the page and off.
Smart(ish) talk from some real talents.
There's a ton of podcasts out there that do reviews of comics, news about comics, interviews with comic creators, but this is the first one I've found that actually offers up real insight into breaking into comics from the pros. This is the kind of one-on-one conversation you hope to have with someone at a convention or a signing, and, knowing John, Rich and Jamar, you probably could at that. But getting a weekly lesson, in the privacy of your own ears, certainly is a nice bit of convenience. The guys are funny (usually), smart, talented, and don't really hold too much back, so you can be sure that you're getting real, solid advice. And even if making comics isn't in your future, it's just a fun listen for your average fans as well. Highly recommended!
Awesome-licious!
The Comic Book Diner fills that creative hunger pang with some fresh served insight with a side of hilarity! Rich provides some solid gold riffs, John brings in the cool jazzy horn section, and Jamar is the John Bonham of comics. This show is a great mix of casual talk and great info for the beginning creator all the way to the practicing pro. Hit up the Comic Book diner, one taste and you'll be back for more!
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